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Eosinophilic gastroenteritis presenting with biliary and partial duodenal obstruction
M J Farahvash1, B Bastani, M R Farahvash
1Department of Medicine, Tehran University, School of Medicine, Iran.
The American Journal of Gastroenterology
|August 1, 1990
Summary
Eosinophilic gastroenteritis can present unusually, causing obstructive jaundice and vomiting. This case highlights the diverse gastrointestinal symptoms associated with this condition.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Pathology
- Immunology
Background:
- Eosinophilic gastroenteritis (EG) is a rare condition characterized by eosinophilic infiltration of the gastrointestinal tract.
- Symptoms of EG are often non-specific, making diagnosis challenging.
Observation:
- A young female presented with obstructive jaundice and postprandial vomiting over two months.
- Endoscopic and histological examination revealed duodenal mucosal narrowing and eosinophilic infiltration.
Findings:
- The patient's presentation mimicked other causes of obstructive jaundice.
- Dense eosinophilic infiltration of the muscular and serosal layers of the duodenum was observed.
Implications:
- This case underscores the varied gastrointestinal manifestations of eosinophilic gastroenteritis.
- Awareness of these diverse presentations is crucial for timely diagnosis and management of EG.